"Survivors" is the second studio album by the British hard rock band Samson, released in 1979. It features a more polished production compared to their debut, showcasing the band's developing songwriting and instrumental prowess within the burgeoning NWOBHM movement.
- The album was recorded at NWP Studios and produced by John McCoy. It reached number 39 on the UK Albums Chart. The lead single "Riding With the Angels" became a minor hit, despite initial controversy over its lyrics.
- "Survivors" was the last Samson album to feature guitarist Paul Samson. The album's cover art was designed by artist Storm Thorgerson of Hipgnosis. It was reissued on CD in 1994 with bonus tracks.
- Despite its chart success, "Survivors" is often considered a transitional album for Samson, bridging their raw early sound with the more commercially oriented material that followed. The album's title track remains a fan favorite and a staple of their live sets.
Samson was a British hard rock band formed in 1977. They were a foundational act in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene, known for their aggressive sound and dynamic live performances.
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